Good news, beer lovers: Stockholm's craft-beer scene is as strong as ever. Stockholm houses an abundance of old-school German-style beer houses - or biergartens, sleek beer places, pubs and innovative concepts serving artisanal IPA and craft-beer from trendy microbreweries. Peruse our guide to the best beer bars in Stockholm, sudsy soirees for novices and vets alike.
The best beer bars in Stockholm
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Beer bars in Stockholm
- The Churchill Arms – Thoroughly British
- Akkurat – Paradise for curious beer aficionados
- The Old Brewer – Gastropub in an old brewing district
- Nya Carnegiebryggeriet – Modern craft beer brewery
- Oliver Twist – Impressive beer selection
- Tritonia – Micro and nanobreweries
- Bierhaus – A classic biergarten
- Omnipollos hatt & Omnipollos Kyrka – Experimental beer-magic
- Lådan – Spacious beer hall
- Rosa – Large, dynamic selection
- Bar Central – Central European flavours
- Rosetta's – Scandinavian and American beer
- Omaka – As locally produced as possible
- Hallen – Beer and entertainment
- Sjätte Tunnan – Mead à la 1435
- Brisket & Friends – Texas meets Stockholm
- Pressklubben – Over 750 kinds of beer
- Restaurang Moldau – Authentic central European spot
- Man in the Moon – Ratebeer favourite
- Snabba Katten – Unique concept
- Kelly's – Rock on in Medborgarplatsen
- Ardbeg Embassy – Swedish microbrews
- Katarina Ölkafé – Beer and sandwiches East Coast deli-style
- Kvarnen – Beer hall veterans
- Stigbergets Fot – Craft beer and street food
- Zum Franziskaner – A passion for beer
- N3rds Bar – Own-brewed nerd beer
- Mikkeller – Danish style
- BrewDog – "Join the craft beer revolution"
- The Bishops Arms – British style
- Soldaten Švejk – Czech beer hall
- Blå Dörren – Their own lagers and local beers
- Stockholm Brewing Co. – Organic beer by the docks
Beer bars in Stockholm
Thoroughly British
Sink into a leather armchair among bookshelves and booths and soak up the atmosphere at this British pub. The bar stocks 28 kinds of beer on tap and even more by the bottle. They often have beers from exciting guest breweries too, both large and small. Combine your beer with ambitious pub grub.
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Tulegatan 21, Vasastan
- Website • 08-15 00 61
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Paradise for curious beer aficionados
This beer and whisky mecca in Södermalm, also known for its mussels, boasts a huge selection of beers, some of which are prized ones that have to be aged in the cellar. They've been working with really small breweries since the Nineties to help protect the local beer flora.
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Hornsgatan 18, Södermalm
- Website • 08-644 00 15
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Gastropub in an old brewing district
Luntmakargatan's first brewery opened in 1722 and The Old Brewer's name is a tribute to this fact. This modern gastropub opened in autumn 2020 and is run by former Londoners with high culinary ambitions. Drink local and international craft beers, as well as traditional ales on tap.
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Luntmakargatan 98, Vasastan
- Website • 08-777 74 76
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Modern craft beer brewery
Brewery, bar and restaurant in Hammarby sjöstad. Nya Carnegiebryggeriet is a collaboration between Carlsberg Sverige and Brooklyn Brewery and they brew their own beer here inspired by both old and new beer culture. You can take part in a beer tasting and learn more about the American craft beer tradition.
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Ljusslingan 15, Hammarby sjöstad
- Website • 070-219 81 55
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Impressive beer selection
Oliver Twist gives the classic pub atmosphere a slightly unique touch - Oliver's own twist, if you like. There's an extremely extensive range of beers, with more than 20 taps and 200 varieties by the bottle and can. They also import freshly-brewed “real ale” from all around Great Britain, which they've won awards for. Combine your beer with some hearty pub grub and you're all set for the evening.
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Repslagargatan 6, Södermalm
- Website • 08-640 05 66
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Micro and nanobreweries
This "beer workshop" is located next door to its sibling Barrels Burgers & Beer. Tritonia is wholeheartedly dedicated to artisanal craft beer - draft and bottled and pays tribute to century-old craftsmanship with experimental and innovative brew flavour combinations.
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Stora Nygatan 20, Old Town
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A classic biergarten
Bierhaus fuses 1930's influences with a modern pub setting. German artisanal beer and homemade bratwurst are served in a classic beer hall setting with wooden panelling, communal tables and benches.
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Tegnérgatan 10, City/Vasastan
- Website • 08-509 088 10
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Experimental beer-magic
This microbrewery conjures 'fruit taps', 'magic taps', innovative stouts and IPAs as well as other one-of-a-kind creations. In addition to beer, Omnipollos hatt serves some of the best pizzas in the city with experimental toppings.
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Spacious beer hall
Lådan aims to be a laid-back "beer hall" with some 150 covers and tasty fast food. The beers they stock change regularly and you can browse among a range of different craft beers from microbreweries, both Swedish and foreign.
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Luntmakargatan 63, City/Vasastan
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Large, dynamic selection
Beer lovers will be in heaven at this basement spot on Brahegatan; there are some twenty taps in the bar and fridges full of bottles. They have a large selection of both innovative and classic brews from both Swedish and foreign breweries - but don't get too attached to your favourites; they're not afraid to change the selection regularly. If you get hungry, they serve Nordic, modern home cooking, and you can choose from both larger and smaller dishes.
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Brahegatan 3, Östermalm
- Website • 073-156 43 97
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Central European flavours
In addition to rustic bar dishes such as homemade sausages and spätzle, Central European Bar Central serves quality beer and wine with labels from the Czech Republic, Germany and Austria. Behind the bar are Stockholm's very first trained head tapster bartenders, who ensure that the beer is handled and served in the optimal way.
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Hornsgatan 72, Södermalm
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Scandinavian and American beer
The concept may be American, specifically from Los Angeles, but the beer is Scandinavian. At least some of it, with beers from Norway, Sweden and Denmark. But naturally they also serve the classic American beer Pabst Blue Ribbon, as well as Lagunitas. Sink down into the vinyl booths and dream yourself away to the land of the free - with your feet firmly on Swedish soil.
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Lindvallsgatan 11, Södermalm/Hornstull
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As locally produced as possible
If you prefer to raise a toast in locally produced craft beer, you're almost guaranteed to enjoy yourself at Omaka. The brewery is run by Hedda Spendrup, from the famous Spendrups beer family, and in addition to beer from its own brewery, it also offers well-matched food. Hang out at the bar or settle down in the dining room, from where you can peer into the brewery where the beer is produced.
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Uggelviksgatan 2a, Östermalm
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Beer and entertainment
As the name suggests, beer takes centre stage at this cosy spot in Södermalm. The selection of local beer varieties is generous, and the menu includes beer-friendly dishes such as burgers and buffalo wings. Guests can entertain themselves with arcade and board games, and they hold regular music quizzes, stand-up comedy, and DJ performances.
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Götgatan 85, Södermalm/Skanstull
- Website • 08-82 82 65
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Mead à la 1435
Hop on a time machine and head back to the Middles Ages. Located on a cobblestone alleyway the restaurant serves traditional Swedish fare reminiscent of the 1400's. Chug a jug of homebrewed mead or enjoy over 100 varieties of bottled and draft beer.
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Stora Nygatan 43, Old Town
- Website • 08-440 09 19
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Texas meets Stockholm
Brisket & Friends are famous for their popular Texan BBQ, but they also go all-in on craft beer from Stockholm. Tuck into smoky flavours and sample their selection of exciting beers. The list of beers served on tap is updated regularly.
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Upplandsgatan 7, City/Vasastan/Norrmalm
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Over 750 kinds of beer
Despite its slightly anonymous exterior, this hidden gem is a mecca for beer enthusiasts. The bar offers an impressive assortment of brew - over 750 kinds to be exact. Feeling peckish? Pressklubben serves a mean burger to wash down all of that artisanal beer.
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Vasagatan 50, City/Norrmalm
- Website • 08-23 48 20
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Authentic central European spot
If you're a fan of Austrian delicacies, this Södermalm pub could be something for you. Moldau shines the spotlight on schnitzel in general, and wiener schnitzel in particular. Of course, it's best washed down with a good beer, not least in the summer when they open up the outdoor terrace with a view of the waters of Bergsunds strand.
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Bergsunds Strand 33, Södermalm/Hornstull
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Ratebeer favourite
The fact that Ratebeer, the largest beer website in the world, named Man in the Moon Sweden's best beer restaurant gives you a good idea of the standards at this gastropub. They offer some 650 types of beer and some of the bar's 30 taps include their own brews. They also store beers from the Eighties onwards in their own beer cellar.
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Tegnérgatan 2C, City/Vasastan
- Website • 08-458 95 00
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Unique concept
Beer takes centre stage at Bistro Leoparden's sociable bar, served freshly tapped on tank from S:t Eriks Bryggeri in Arlandastad. The technology, which originates from the Czech Republic, gives the beer a smoother and fuller head than traditional taps. Well-matched small dishes are served with the beer.
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Tegnérgatan 16, City/Vasastan
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Kelly's
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Kelly's feels like a classic pub, albeit heavily influenced by rock music. Enjoy several different kind of beers as you enjoy the party atmosphere that prevails both day and night. Come by with your family or a group of friends.
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Folkungagatan 49, Södermalm
- Website • 08-642 60 42
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Swedish microbrews
Ardbeg Embassy has a unique selection of beers and whiskies, with 24 Swedish microbrews and around 300 different single malts. In modern but typical pub surroundings you can have a drink at the bar or order food from the menu which focuses on Swedish flavours and game. They also arrange beer and whisky tastings.
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Västerlånggatan 68, Old Town
- Website • 08-791 90 90
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Beer and sandwiches East Coast deli-style
This bustling joint pays homage to East Coast delis. Enjoy a classic Reuben sandwich, tuna melt or mac 'n' cheese and wash it down with artisanal beer. The offering includes beer from local breweries such as Sthlm Brewing Co., Fjäderholmarna’s brewery and Södra maltfabriken.
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Katarina Bangata 27, Södermalm
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Beer hall veterans
One of the city's oldest beer halls, located next to Björns Trädgård on Medborgarplatsen. Beer lovers, club kids and hungry diners all meet up here in a wonderful mix. Choose between the large rustic main hall or the newer Czech beer hall a little further in.
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Tjärhovsgatan 4, Södermalm
- Website • 08-643 03 80
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Craft beer and street food
This Gothenburg brewery has established itself in Södermalm, where they serve 20 different craft beers on tap that you probably haven't come across before. In collaboration with Barrels, they serve a menu of burgers and other international street food.
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Götgatan 5, Södermalm
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A passion for beer
This ancient beer hall on Skeppsbron serves beer from small, independent breweries in both Sweden and Germany. The beer flows along with a passion for the drink; since 2017 the restaurant has been run by Stene Isacsson from the well-respected Akkurat.
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Skeppsbron 44, Old Town
- Website • 08-411 83 30
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Own-brewed nerd beer
For a colourful evening with a video-game theme, head to N3rds Bar on Bondegatan. As well as hamburgers for meat-eaters and vegans, they also serve game-inspired drinks. In addition to their own N3rds beer, there are various other kinds of beer by the bottle and tap, from IPAs to stouts and other fruity variants - and naturally, a good, old-fashioned large glass of strong lager.
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Bondegatan 1, Södermalm
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Danish style
Danish phantom brewery Mikkeller has branches all over the world, including in Stockholm. The original Danish concept is recreated in this Swedish beer bar with a wide selection of beers on tap as well as bottled beer from Mikkeller and their friends. In addition to beer, they also serve Danish street food such as smörrebröd open sandwiches and sausages.
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Östgötagatan 33, Södermalm
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"Join the craft beer revolution"
The masterminds behind this innovative concept combined their love of homebrewed artisanal craft beer and dogs. Bring your four-legged friend along for a beer – non-alcoholic doggy beers are also served. The rustic industrial-style décor enhances the relaxed ambiance.
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Sankt Eriksgatan 56, Kungsholmen Ringvägen 149 B, Södermalm/SkanstullBrewDog Bar Kungsholmen
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British style
It's not for nothing that The Bishop Arms has managed to establish itself in over 30 locations in the country - pub fans gather here to socialise over a beer and maybe a bite to eat in a relaxed environment. Choose from around 30 types of beer and pub grub such as schnitzel, fish and chips and burgers.
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Bellmansgatan 12, Södermalm
- Website • 08-556 921 18
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Czech beer hall
Soldaten Svejk serves Czech draught beer in rustic, Prague-inspired surroundings on Östgötagatan. They're passionate about beer and the knowledgeable staff can recommend beers to suit all tastes. Hearty Czech food such as schnitzel and gulasch is served alongside.
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Östgötagatan 35, Södermalm
- Website • 08-641 33 66
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Their own lagers and local beers
In the heart of Södermalmstorg by Slussen you'll find this beer hall which serve their own lager and homemade snaps in uber-classic surroundings. You can also choose from beers from masses of local breweries such as Fjäderholmarnas Bryggeri and Södra Lager (in Södermalm), as well as gluten-free IPA from Slottkällans Bryggeri.
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Södermalmstorg 6, Södermalm
- Website • 08-743 07 40
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Organic beer by the docks
The emphasis at Stockholm Brewing Company in the Frihamnen dock area is on organic craft beer. The beer they serve hasn't travelled far - they offer more than ten beers on tap direct from the brewery. They also serve a wide range of lagers, IPA, stout, sour beers and beers that have been aged in a cask for up to 30 months. There's something to suit most tastes, whether you're a dyed-in-the-wool beer nerd or a new convert. They also hold regular events such as tap takeovers, live music and DJs. If you're hungry, food isn't far away either - they share their premises with the restaurant Santa Salsa,which serves Venezuelan-inspired soul food.
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Frihamnsgatan 26A, Gärdet
- Website • 070-557 26 24
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